A Gift Guide for the Modern Outdoorswoman
We asked the ladies behind Wylder Goods, an online store for adventurous, environmentally-conscious women, to curate an epic list of hand-selected goods for our gift guide this year. These responsible and durable products will be a surefire way to bring some holiday cheer to the rowdy and radiant outdoor women in your life.
Gifts for the Weekend Warrior
Filson Ranger Backpack – Inspired by a vintage forestry pack, this Rugged Twill backpack will keep your gear protected from the elements. The padded shoulder straps have webbing daisy chains, and a padded back that offers comfort even when you’re on the go all day long. ($215)
Retro Pile Fleece Hoody – Influenced by Patagonia’s fleece heritage but made modern with 100% polyester shearling-style fleece, this flattering hoody, which comes in four different colors, provides ultimate softness and warmth. Bonus points for Fair Trade Certified™ sewing! ($149)
Wylder Patch Trucker Hat – Whether you’re climbing, hiking, or hanging with friends in the park, keep your face shady and your noggin’ looking good with comfortable, adjustable Wylder Patch Trucker Hats. ($25)
United By Blue Treeline Bandana – This is the most versatile (and soft) cotton square you’ll ever own. Tuck the Treeline Bandana in your pocket, tie it around your neck, or protect your face from smoke when you stoke the fire. Plus, for every product sold, United By Blue removes a pound of trash from waterways all over the U.S. with their community cleanups. ($8)
Sarah Uhl Mountain Calendar – Created by artist and outdoorswoman Sarah Uhl, this beautiful calendar featuring 12 months of art in the wild is strung with leather cord and ready to be enjoyed on a wall in your house or office. Each month is perforated so you can remove and re-purpose the colorful and imaginative landscapes. ($30)
Gifts for the Casual Camper
Opinel No 8 Red Pocket Knife – Opinel’s N°8 Trekking Knife, made with extremely hard, anti-corrosive stainless steel, is essential for outdoor activities. Not to mention, the bright, beautiful crimson hue of its Beech handle makes it stand out among other wood knives. ($19)
Coco Chispa Mountain Tumbler – A carved and painted mountain landscape wraps around these hand-thrown tumblers that ceramic artist Coco Barrett-Tormey makes in Santa Cruz, Calif. This beauty, with a depressed thumb print for a comfortable hold, will instantly become your go-to for coffee or tea. ($20)
Holden Willow Vest – The Willow Vest is a vintage, military-inspired vest constructed with the focused warmth of faux down insulation for everyday adventures. On its own or layered over a shell, the interior quilting, unique style and water repellency of this piece offers versatility. ($139)
Wylder Flask – Created in partnership with Stanley, the limited-edition Wylder Flask is sleek, yet rugged and perfect for the outdoorswoman who enjoys a little whiskey around the campfire. ($39)
Nipomo Orange Rust Blanket – Ideal for hanging out at the park, beach, or even keeping warm around a campfire, these beautiful handwoven Nipomo blankets are big enough to accommodate multiple people and also roll up in thirds for easy transport. The blankets are designed in San Francisco, Calif. and created in Mexico by skilled artisans. ($84)
Gifts for the Urban Outdoorist
Danner Light Cascade Boots – Built in the golden era of backpacking, the original Danner Light was constructed to be rugged, water-resistant, and stable on any terrain for a lifetime of wear. The new Danner Light Cascade, made with full-grain leather, Dri-Lex lining for added breathability and a lightweight Vibram Kletterlift outsole, is just as functional and reliable as the classic, but fashionable too. Whether you’re in the city or the mountains, it’s a solid boot for the modern outdoorist. ($360)
Nau Boiled Trench – Clean lines and subtle details offer a fresh perspective on the classic, knee-length trench. The boiled wool used by Nau to make this trench is naturally textured and weather resistant, making this hooded coat a perfect piece for when those temperatures start to drop. ($325)
Bri Bol Echo Earrings – Artist Bri Bol hand draws topographic relief maps then etches them on copper with oxidized sterling silver ear wires. A one-of-a-kind gift, Echo Earrings are made with love and care. ($65)
Appetite Wool Wristlet – The adorable Appetite wristlet is lightweight, functional, and made in Portland, Oregon from repurposed Pendleton wool and leather. ($46)
Yellow 108 Dylan Fedora – Made in the USA from 100% recycled Merino wool, the Dylan Fedora is constructed with Yellow 108’s hardest felt to date, giving it a stiff fit that is sure to break in like a beauty. It sports a wide raw edge, stiff brim, teardrop crown, and leather trim. ($108)
ABOUT WYLDER
Janiee Dial and Lindsey Elliott were tired of women being an afterthought in the outdoor industry when it came to both design and representation, so they brought their vision for a better business model to life. That vision was Wylder, an online shop that offers responsible products from brands that are designing specifically by and for women. Learn more about Wylder’s Marketplace Mission.
